Ethiopia Electricity: Generation Mix, Demand and Emissions
Ethiopia generated 33.4 TWh of electricity in 2025, according to Ember. Hydro was the largest source at 96.5%, followed by wind (3.3%) and solar (0.1%). Demand was 31.0 TWh and each kWh generated emitted 23 gCO2/kWh. These are annual statistics for 2025; they are compiled from national sources and are not real time.
Key Facts
- Ethiopia generated 33.4 TWh of electricity in 2025.
- Hydro supplied 96.5% of Ethiopia's electricity in 2025.
- Wind supplied 3.3% of Ethiopia's electricity in 2025.
- Solar supplied 0.1% of Ethiopia's electricity in 2025.
- Low carbon sources (nuclear and renewables) supplied 100.0% of Ethiopia's generation in 2025.
- The carbon intensity of Ethiopia's electricity was 23 gCO2/kWh in 2025.
- Ethiopia's carbon intensity in 2025 was 35% lower than in 2000, when it was 36 gCO2/kWh.
- Ethiopia had the 60th highest electricity demand among the 93 countries with Ember data for 2025.
Key Figures, 2025
| Measure | Value | As of / source |
|---|---|---|
| Total generation | 33.4 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Electricity demand | 31.0 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand per person | 0.23 MWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Net imports | -2.35 TWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Carbon intensity | 23 gCO2/kWh | 2025 · Ember |
| Power sector emissions | 0.78 MtCO2 | 2025 · Ember |
| Demand rank (countries with 2025 data) | 60 of 93 | 2025 · Ember |
Generation Mix, 2025
| Source | Generation | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hydro | 32.2 TWh | 96.5% |
| Wind | 1.10 TWh | 3.3% |
| Solar | 40.0 GWh | 0.1% |
| Other renewables | 30.0 GWh | 0.1% |
| Bioenergy | 10.0 GWh | 0.0% |
Year by Year
Ember annual statistics, 2000 to 2025| Year | Hydro | Wind | Solar | Other renewables | Bioenergy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1.63 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2001 | 1.97 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2002 | 2.00 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2003 | 2.26 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2004 | 2.50 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2005 | 2.81 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2006 | 3.23 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2007 | 3.35 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2008 | 3.26 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2009 | 3.49 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2010 | 4.88 TWh | 0 TWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh | 60.0 GWh |
| 2011 | 6.20 TWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 50.0 GWh |
| 2012 | 7.31 TWh | 190 GWh | 0 TWh | 10.0 GWh | 40.0 GWh |
| 2013 | 8.26 TWh | 360 GWh | 10.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2014 | 8.92 TWh | 500 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2015 | 9.58 TWh | 760 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2016 | 11.6 TWh | 780 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2017 | 12.6 TWh | 530 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2018 | 13.7 TWh | 530 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2019 | 14.4 TWh | 850 GWh | 20.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2020 | 14.9 TWh | 610 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 30.0 GWh |
| 2021 | 14.9 TWh | 820 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 0 TWh | 20.0 GWh |
| 2022 | 16.8 TWh | 560 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2023 | 17.1 TWh | 560 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2024 | 24.4 TWh | 700 GWh | 40.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| 2025 | 32.2 TWh | 1.10 TWh | 40.0 GWh | 30.0 GWh | 10.0 GWh |
| Year | Generation | Demand | Carbon intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 33.4 TWh | 31.0 TWh | 23 gCO2/kWh |
| 2024 | 25.2 TWh | 23.4 TWh | 23 gCO2/kWh |
| 2023 | 17.8 TWh | 16.0 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2022 | 17.4 TWh | 15.7 TWh | 23 gCO2/kWh |
| 2021 | 15.8 TWh | 14.1 TWh | 23 gCO2/kWh |
| 2020 | 15.6 TWh | 14.0 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2019 | 15.3 TWh | 14.2 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2018 | 14.2 TWh | 13.2 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2017 | 13.1 TWh | 11.7 TWh | 24 gCO2/kWh |
| 2016 | 12.5 TWh | 11.2 TWh | 23 gCO2/kWh |
Full year by year history for Ethiopia, 2000 to 2025
Source: Ember (ember-energy.org), licensed under CC BY 4.0. Data as of 2025.
Ethiopia Electricity FAQ
What is the main source of electricity in Ethiopia?
Hydro was the largest source of electricity in Ethiopia in 2025, supplying 96.5% of generation, followed by wind (3.3%) and solar (0.1%). Figures are Ember annual statistics.
How much electricity does Ethiopia use?
Ethiopia used 31.0 TWh of electricity in 2025, about 0.23 MWh per person.
How clean is Ethiopia's electricity?
Generating a kilowatt hour of electricity in Ethiopia emitted 23 gCO2/kWh in 2025, and low carbon sources supplied 100.0% of generation. That is 95% below the world average of 459 gCO2/kWh.
Does Ethiopia import electricity?
No. Ethiopia was a net exporter in 2025, exporting 2.35 TWh more than it imported.